Viola Davis

Larry Wilmore and Viola Davis Slated to Produce New Comedy Series ‘Black Don’t Crack’
By Amanda Rey on October 4, 2017
Award-winning actress Viola Davis and Insecure co-creator Larry Wilmore have officially signed on to serve as executive producers for a new, multi-camera comedy Black Don’t...
The 2017 Emmy Nominations Have Been Announced: Did Your Favorites Make the Cut?
By Sheriden Chanel on July 13, 2017
The nominations for the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards were announced this morning (July 13) and surprisingly, a lot of freshman series are getting a lot...
Viola Davis Wins Best Supporting Actress for ‘Fences’
By Amanda Rey on March 1, 2017
After many nominations, Viola Davis can now call herself an Academy Award winner! Viola Davis won best supporting actress for her role as Rose Maxon...
Viola Davis Has a New Gig with Delta Airlines
By Jasmine Ginyard on February 13, 2017
Viola Davis has a sweet new gig under her belt as the voice of Delta Airlines. The actresses “steady, sure and aspirational voice” will be...
‘Hidden Figures’, Mahershala Ali and More Take Home SAG Awards
By Jasmine Ginyard on January 30, 2017
Black Hollywood cleaned up at this year’s SAG Awards, taking most of the trophies for the theatrical motion pictures section. Hidden Figures, Mahershala Ali, Viola...
‘Moonlight’, Viola Davis, Donald Glover, and More Win Big at 2017 Golden Globes (Full Winners List)
By Jasmine Ginyard on January 9, 2017
The 2017 Golden Globes were a huge success in terms of diversity- Viola Davis, Donald Glover, Moonlight and more took home big awards from the...
Viola Davis Receives First Walk of Fame Star of 2017
By Jasmine Ginyard on January 6, 2017
Fences and How To Get Away With Murder star Viola Davis started her year off right! The actress proudly accepted the first Hollywood Walk of...
Viola Davis to Receive 2017’s First Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
By Jasmine Ginyard on December 20, 2016
Acting powerhouse Viola Davis will receive a highly-coveted star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in January- the first one being awarded in 2017. The...
‘Moonlight’, ‘Fences’ Among Top SAG Award 2017 Nominees (Full List)
By Jasmine Ginyard on December 14, 2016
Moonlight, Fences and Black-ish are among the top productions that landed nominations for the 2017 Screen Actors Guild Awards. Common was joined by actress Sophia...
Black Hollywood Cleans Up at Critics Choice Awards 2016
By Jasmine Ginyard on December 12, 2016
The 2016 Critics Choice Awards was a great night for Black Hollywood. Tons of stars received recognition for their amazing work this year, including Viola...
‘Fences’ Stars Denzel Washington and Viola Davis Cover ‘Essence’
By Jasmine Ginyard on November 11, 2016
Viola Davis and Denzel Washington grace the latest cover of Essence magazine, just in time to usher in the arrival of their upcoming film version...
Denzel Washington Gives Son a Dose of Reality in ‘Fences’ Teaser Trailer
By Jasmine Ginyard on September 29, 2016
The first teaser trailer for Fences isn’t filled with explosions and flashy music tracks-it’s emotional and real. Denzel Washington produced, directed and stars in the...
First Look: Denzel Washington and Viola Davis Star in ‘Fences’
By Jasmine Ginyard on September 28, 2016
Denzel Washington is bringing Fences to theaters and now we finally have our first look at the movie. The film adaptation of the August Wilson-penned...
‘Suicide Squad’ Cast Attends NYC Premiere
By Jasmine Ginyard on August 5, 2016
The cast of Suicide Squad attends the NYC premiere of the highly-anticipated film. The movie stars (L-R) Oscar nominee Viola Davis (The Help, Doubt), Oscar...
Emmys 2015: Viola Davis Makes History at the Emmy Awards
By Meredith Seay on September 21, 2015
Viola Davis made history on Sunday night (Sept.20) at the 67th Primetime Emmy Awards by becoming the first African-American woman to win Outstanding Lead Actress...
‘How to Get Away with Murder’ Season 2 Trailer Unveiled
By Meredith Seay on September 11, 2015
How to Get Away with Murder season two trailer will make you feel the wrath of Annalise Keating (played by Viola Davis). The new 30-second clip...
‘Suicide Squad’ Trailer Officially Debuts
By Meredith Seay on July 14, 2015
A few days after the footage leaked online following its Comic-Con debut, Warner Bros. has officially released the trailer for Suicide Squad. Directed by David (Fury)...
Viola Davis Lands Role as Harriet Tubman in HBO Biopic
By Meredith Seay on April 28, 2015
How to Get Away with Murder star Viola Davis will play Harriet Tubman in a HBO movie about the abolitionist hero’s life. HBO announced Monday that...
TGIT: ‘Scandal’ and ‘How to Get Away with Murder’
By Meredith Seay on January 27, 2015
The wait is finally over! After an excruciating break that felt like eternity, ABC’s TGIT line-up is scheduled to return this Thursday with all new...
SAG Awards 2015: Red Carpet Arrivals
By Meredith Seay on January 26, 2015
Stars of the best movies and television shows walked the red carpet in confidence for the 21st annual Screen Guild Awards in Los Angeles on...